If you're dreaming of a deliciously summery cocktail that features fresh limeade and gin, you need to make these Gin Lime Rickeys with Cilantro.
(This recipe for Gin Lime Rickeys with Cilantro was originally posted in September 2011, but was updated with new photos in 2018).
I admit, I had my first pumpkin beer last night. I know. I didn't want to, but we were eating dinner outside and it was cool and fall-like and it just sounded so good. And it was September 1, after all. But we're still in that weird in-between seasons time, with a few more days until Labor Day and a few more weeks before summer is officially over. So, here's one more glorious summery drink that will be the perfect way to kiss summer goodbye.
Growing up, I absolutely loved Lime Rickeys. So when I saw Martha Stewart's more adult-version in her magazine, I immediately knew it would be my end of summer Cocktail Friday drink. It's simple, but unique with the addition of cilantro and lots and lots of limes. Perfect for sipping outside with a light sweater, as you kiss the summer goodbye. Wahhhh.
GIN LIME RICKEYS WITH CILANTRO RECIPE
I changed the original recipe's ratios up a bit (more gin!), but the instructions for this cocktail recipe are super easy, even though you're essentially making your own limeade (of course you could buy limeade, too, but if you have an extra 3 minutes, I suggest making it!). Which is perfect for a Friday evening when all you want to do is wind down from a long work week with a cocktail. You'll simply pour the water in a pitcher, along with the juice of three limes, gin, and sugar. Then you'll add the other two limes sliced into rounds and pop the whole thing in the fridge for about an hour to chill.
Pour over ice and you're ready to serve these gin lime rickeys and celebrate the end of summer.
Because even though I'm going to miss the sun and heat immensely, we do have a lot of look forward to. Like more pumpkin beer and Halloween candy. Plus, you never know; the weather could remain perfectly pleasant for the next month or so. Fingers crossed. In the meantime, gin with lime will keep the summer spirit alive for me.
I used to not like cilantro. But then something changed and now I like it alright. It seems that people generally LOVE it or HATE cilantro, but I guess I'd place myself right in between. If you really, really can't stand it, you can certainly use parsley here or just leave the greens out altogether.
I mean, do you really need to pair anything with gin and lime?
This gin lime rickey was nice and tart from the lime, but also sweet from the added sugar. The gin wasn't overpowering at all and this could be the perfect way to introduce gin into your repertoire if you're not totally crazy about it already.
We enjoyed these cocktails on what could be one of the last warm summer evenings here in Boston, on the deck with a delicious dinner. I'll miss you, summer. But now, I'm going to start scouting around for some fall drink ideas. Pumpkin pie martini, anyone?
How are you saying farewell to summer?
If you're looking for some other delicious warm weather cocktails to enjoy before summer is officially over, check out my Blueberry Vodka Lemonade or my Key Lime Pie Mojito!
📖 Recipe
GIn Lime Rickeys with Cilantro
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 5 limes
- 1 cup gin
- 3 tablespoon superfine or granulated sugar
- 3 cups club soda
- 1 small bunch cilantro
Instructions
- Pour water into a pitcher and juice 3 of the limes into it.
- Add gin and sugar. Cut the other 2 limes into rounds and add them in the pitcher, too.
- Refrigerate pitcher until chilled. Remove from fridge and add in the club soda.
- Pour cocktail into glasses over ice, add a bit of cilantro to each, and serve.
Notes
- Adapted from Martha Stewart
Blog is the New Black says
This looks like a wonderful end of summer cocktail!
Cara says
Lime Rickeys were my favorite growing up, must give the adult version a try! I would love to try the Ponte legging jean since they seem so comfy!
amanda @ fake ginger says
That drink looks and sounds delicious! YUM!
I love the super lightweight curvy jeans! So cute and on sale too! Might have to order them.
amanda @ fake ginger says
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Shannon says
I haven't done the legging jean thing yet... but I am a big fan of the 1969 Long & Lean jeans. I've owned many pair!
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Simply Life says
Fun giveaway! I'd try the"real stright"!
sweeter salt says
I am an un-abashed hater of gin (yup I said it) but... this looks really tasty! i might be willing to give it a try!
I really like the looks of the Flare jeans. I've been wearing skinnies for years, but have been digging the return of flares. But, I haven't found a pair i like yet. I do really like gap jeans (they make great tall jeans) so I want to try these!
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Shannon says
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Sonya says
I like the sexy boot!
Shannon says
I tweeted!
Chris says
Love this cocktail, very refreshing. Sad to see the Summer go but this is by far my favorite season for beer!
Shannon says
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Michelle says
I can't remember the last time I wore GAP jeans but now that my new office has a casual dress code, I'd definitely be interested in checking them out!
Lara says
That drink looks amazing! I can imagine that its really delicious with Hendrick's gin too! Thanks for a fun giveaway! I like the perfect boot - and especially that you can get petite sizes 🙂
Lara says
Tweeted too!
Sarah says
I'm absolutely terrified of jeggings....but if they're pants that don't feel like pants, it might just be enough to get me to take the plunge. I would absolutely try the Ponte legging jeans!
Erin says
I live in the curvy boot now.. favorite jeans ever.
Erin says
I follow you (@E1whoa)
Erin says
And I just tweeted the giveaway! (fingers crossed!) 🙂
Sam says
Wow. I love cilantro. Looks tasty.
My favorite are the Long and Lean jeans. They're the ones that fit me best (though the Perfect Boot aren't bad either). Which is kind of ridiculous since I'm short and curvy...Marketing ploy to make me feel better about myself and then buy more jeans? I don't know, but they look good!
Catherine says
I'm not sure I'd look as cute as you do in leggings - but I'd be willing to give it a try!
DebbieK says
Already follow you on twitter!
DebbieK says
I would def. like some of those flare jeans!
sarah b. says
i love the legging jeans - they look adorable and super comfy too!
Megan says
Ooh, I'd love to try the lightweight corduroy leggings! My boyfriend hates skinny jeans, but I don't care! 🙂
Candace Karu says
I have worn Gap jeans exclusively for over 15 years. They look great, last forever and they always fit...perfectly. I'm a huge fan of the 1969 Skinny jeans, but I love my Ponte jeggings too! I think I would be very happy sipping a Gin Lime Rickey looking Gapalicious in my jeans!
Angie says
You won me over on those Vogue leggings. Although, I have the 'Always Skinny' jeans, and I loove them. Wearing them right now. 🙂
Megan says
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Elizabeth says
Definitely their black skinny jeans! I've already been into the store to try them on; I just haven't purchased them yet!
Marcie says
Skinny jeans for me!
Marcie says
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brandi says
is it weird that i've never heard of a lime rickey and now I want one? but definitely your version 🙂
I think the skinny and their real straight jeans both look nice and comfy!
brandi says
already follow you on twitter!
brandi says
tweeted!
brandi says
and like you on FB 🙂 Happy Friday girls!!
Maureen says
I love that the GAP has petite and curvy fits!
Maureen says
I tweeted your giveaway!
Maureen says
Now follow you on Twitter!
Regina says
I'm not a huge skinny jean fan like you are, but I do like the regular straight leg pants.
Carol says
Pintuck trouser!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
awesome giveaway! i need a pair of the trousers!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
i follow you on twitter already!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
and now i like you on facebook - i really really like you in real life too!
Ann says
I'd love to try the maternity sexy bootcut, they look like they'd be flattering on anyone! Even people who are expanding my the second, as I am!
Carol says
Facebook fan
Ann says
I tweeted too!
Ann says
And I like you on Facebook, I'm like a stalker!
Amy says
I have a pair of the Vintage Flair from last year and they are my absolute favorite jeans. The are nice and long, so they brush the floor when I wear heels and the are a super dark wash that looks awesome with just about anything! Had I known I was going to love them so much, I would have bought more than one pair!
Sarah Brockmeyer says
I am in LOVE with the sexy and curvy boot. They fit perfectly and they are the only jeans I will wear right now. GO GAP!
Amy says
I tweeted!
Di says
I love their long and lean jeans. My favorite!!
Amy says
Aaaand 'Liked' WANM on Facebook!
Di says
I follow We Are Not Martha on Twitter!
Amy says
And I already follow you on twitter. I think that's everything!
Di says
Annnnd I tweeted. 🙂
tina says
I love the gap skinny, I tweeted and fb hoping to win love you guys love the fall posts especially the pumpkin!
Susan E says
I like the real straight 1969 jeans. I have them on today-it's chilly out here in Central MA. I also follow you on Facebook!
Emily says
mid weight jeggins jeans in brilliant blue!!
Anne Marie says
I like the real straight jeans! They're an awesome fit and style!
lovesfool says
I follow on twitter and like you on facebook.
I would love the curvy jeans!
Ashley H. says
I love the boot style
Ashley H. says
I like you on facebook.
Meredith D. says
Great post - my husband is a G&T fan so I will suggest the lime rickey recipe to him as a fun twist (so to speak ;-D). As for the jeans - I *love* the Always Skinny in white - I have been dying for a pair of white jeans for ages now!
Taryn says
I love the "Always Skinnys!" Perfect for dressing up with heels and a blazer or down with flats and a long T.
Also following you on twitter @TPain0730
Lela says
I love the maternity jeans - in the market for a pair!
Lela says
I like you guys on Facebook. 🙂
Judith says
Awesome giveaway! Love the lightweight long & lean jeans! Love the GAP! Love you! And I also tweeted!
Erica says
I've never heard of this beverage! Sounds tasty and refreshing. I LOVE gap jeans...and I could use a new pair more than ever. Love the boot!
Gretchen Alice says
I'm just recently getting back into the flare style, so probably those!
Gretchen Alice says
Following on Twitter!
Gretchen Alice says
And like'd on facebook!
Cindy says
Gin is not popular around here but we do like a similar drink that uses vodka so I may have to try your recipe and alteration. My favorite is always gap trouser fit.
Brie says
I really like the 1969 super lightweight curvy jeans in montreal. What a great color!
Eva says
I kind of love the 1969 mid-weight legging jeans in bright watermelon but those ponte ones are calling my name, too!
Kim K says
i need a new pair of skinny jeans - digging the ponte 5 pocket!
Tabitha says
I've been LOVING their colored denim lately. Love! I also follow you on twitter. 🙂
Meredith says
I like the wide leg trouser and the slim trouser! I loooove trousers!
Heather @ Bake, Run, Live says
The perfect boot jeans look great. I so need another pair of jeans. I hate buying them- I only own 2 pairs (petite, small waist, big runners thighs and calves are not fun to fit).
Meredith says
I have already liked you on facebook!
sara says
I really like Gap jeans too, although I don't think I have a pair from this particular collection. I really like that they sell the "tall" sizes in the stores rather than having to special order them, since I am tall and have a hard time finding pants that fit properly around the waist but aren't high-waters! I'd love to try the 1969 perfect boot jeans...so cute with the double buttons...love that detail!!
sara says
Tweeted! I'm @cupcake_muffin. (My tweets are private since I sometimes tweet about work, but if you friend me you can see it! 🙂 )
sara says
Just followed you on Twitter (I'm @cupcake_muffin)
sara says
I like you on FB! 🙂
Jazmin Jain says
The moment I first slid into a pair of Gap's 1969 collection Straight jeans, I was in love! Gap's 1969 collection is THE only line of jeans that will properly fit me and my short stature with their petite sizes. I never have had to alter them and my boyfriend loves how I look in them (he always comments on how nicely they show off my curves) and perfers me in a pair of these over any sexy outfit I've ever come up with. (Thank you Gap 1969 designers!)
Lexi says
I love lime rickeys and I love gap jeans!
Lexi says
I follow you girls on twitter, of course!
Lexi says
I like you on facebook too!
Lexi says
my favorites are the straight cut....they work with anything, even in the summer, cuffed up a bit!
Lexi says
I tweeted it too!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
I'd love to try a pair of their legging jeans!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
Already follow you on twitter:-)
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
This looks super tasty - I've never had one before! I haven't bought jeans in a while and could certainly use some new ones soon! Would love to give the long and lean style a try
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
I like you on fb 🙂
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
I follow you on twitter
Ashley says
I love Gap jeans! Being 5'11 it is hard to find longs that even fit. Can't wait to try the legging jean, I'm a die hard skinny fan but would love even more comfort.
Ashley says
I followed you on twitter finally!
Ashley says
Also liked you on FB.
Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly's says
I want the 1969 super lightweight pull-on skinny jeans!
Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly's says
I follow WANM on twitter!
Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly's says
I tweeted!
Jennifer says
I love the skinny boot jeans!
Lesa says
I have 2 pairs of jeans from the 1969 line but my favorite is the Always skinny. They are perfect, but after reading your blog it looks like there is some competition. I'll be sure to try the leggings on and let you know my thoughts!
Maggie says
I like the skinny boot jeans
Maggie says
I like you guys on facebook
Maggie says
I tweeted
Beth says
Skinny is my fave cut of jean, love the GAP!
Rachel L-E says
I think my faves are the super lightweight curvy jeans - jeans that actually fit my butt, hurray!
Rachel L-E says
Now following you on Twitter.
Rachel L-E says
Tweeted!
Rachel L-E says
Now a fan on Facebook.
Julia says
I am fairly new to the wonderful world of 'We are not Martha' and I fall in love more with every new entry. How excited I am that you are as crazy for Gap jeans as I am. My interest in Gap started at the beginning of last year when I discovered the Gap Outlet ten minutes from my campus. My girlfriends and I would scrape our money together and go on mini shopping sprees. I gathered everything
from charcoal corduroys to black Premium Super Skinny jeans that fit like jeggings. This was when I scooped up my favorite pair of Gap 1969 Always Skinny dark wash jeans. I fell for the low rise, skinny fit in the hip and thigh areas, and the slim leg opening. They sure do know how to make jeans.
I had them hemmed so they fell right under my ankle. I am a mere 5'2" which causes all sorts of issues when shopping for the perfect pair of jeans. Since they have been hemmed, they have become my go-to pair of pants. The dark wash is perfect for flirty tops to go out at night and works well with button up oxfords for work. I pair them with my camel colored Steve Madden Heaven flats for a quick put-together look when running errands.
Since I have discovered the power of Gap jeans I have devoted myself to purchasing all kinds of pants from them. My latest purchase was the Perfect Khaki Trouser pant in charcoal. My mom mentioned needing new fall work wear and I'm thinking about bringing her to Gap this Labor Day to show her how awesome their selection is.
I also 'liked' you on Facebook & Tweeted!
jenn says
Would love to try the curvy flare jeans. Am all about stylish comfort & looks like the 1969 collection fits the bill. Might have to try them even if I don't win!
Kathy - Panini Happy says
I've got two pairs of jeans in the current rotation and they both happen to be Gap curvy boot! I think I'd like to try the legging jeans, they sound pretty awesome, Susie!
Kathy - Panini Happy says
Following you girls on twitter 🙂
Daisy says
I want whatever jeans you are wearing. they look great on you and the way you keep describing them like sweatpants doesn't hurt.
Daisy says
I follow WAMN on twitter
Daisy says
I like you on facebook!
Lucy says
I love the Always Skinny, great shape!
Emily says
LOVE the skinny!
Karen says
I love the 1969 Jeans! I stick mostly to always skinny and sexy boot, but I definitely want to try the pointe leggings.
Karen says
I follow WANM on Twitter and tweeted about the giveaway!
Karen says
I like WANM on Facebook.
Elizabeth says
I like the long and leans and the trouser flares. All of my favorite jeans in my closet (the ones I wear and feel great in!) are from Gap!
sarah k. @ the pajama chef says
i'd love any of the 1969 jeans...perhaps lightweight long & lean? i don't know. there are so many good choices!
sarah k. @ the pajama chef says
i follow WANM on twitter
sarah k. @ the pajama chef says
i tweeted (@thepajamachef)
Will says
I like Gaps men's jeans, but my wife swears by their maternity bootcut jean for comfort and fit
susitravl says
I like the Super Lightweight Long & Lean. CUTE
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Staci A says
I love the Medium colored 1969 long & lean jeans!
Staci A says
I follow on Twitter @MommaStaciA
Staci A says
I like your site on FB. Thanks!
Katie D. says
Love the 1969 legging jeans and the lightweight skinny jeans. Fell in love with their skinny jeans last year.
Katie D. says
Following - @kdevito
Katie D. says
Tweeted! - @kdevito
Katie says
I love the skinny boot! Sounds like it would be perfect for my hard-to-fit body type!
Megan says
Sexy boot are the best!
Megan says
Following you on twitter!
Megan says
I liked you on FB! 🙂
sunchicka says
1969 lightweight long & lean jeans
sunchicka says
Follow We are Not Martha on Twitter@sunchicka
rachelsdigestif says
I've got some unused gin just sitting in my freezer...this looks like a delicious way to put it to good use!
Eileen says
I love gap jeans! They're the only jeans I buy. I have the 1969 long and leans in 3 colors. Love them!
Eileen says
I follow you guys on twitter too!
Eileen says
And I tweeted about the gjveaway too. I want to be a gap ambassador!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story says
I love the curvy and skinny jeans from the 1969 collection. They fit me like a glove!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story says
Follow you on twitter!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story says
tweeted!
Elisabeth says
Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to have the 1969 Curvy Jeans in the medium wash. 🙂
Elisabeth says
I follow on twitter @egood33
Elisabeth says
tweet: http://twitter.com/#!/egood33/status/110389228420075522
Elisabeth says
I “Like” We are not Martha on Facebook!
Janna M says
I'm partial to the 1969 Long & Lean jeans. I have 4 pairs of them.
evelyn says
I like the super lightweight curvy jeans. They look so comfy!
jessica says
I love the flare jeans, they are so cute! Also, i have got to try this cocktail!
5 Star Foodie says
The drink sounds awesome! And an awesome giveaway too! I adore 1969 Gap Jeans collection, particularly love the skinny boot 🙂
Schmidty says
I would pick the 'Perfect Boot' jeans. Love that style!
Schmidty says
I follow you on twitter @rusthawk.
Schmidty says
I am following your facebook page (Rust Hawk).
Jill says
The perfect boot jean!
Jill says
I'm already following you on FB 🙂
heidi says
favorite jeans? skinny or straight (i'm dying to find a pair of awesome straight leg jeans)
Jen says
I would love a pair of the skinny leggings... I just got some amazing new boots for fall that would look amah-zing with them!
Jen says
I also follow you on FB... thanks for all the great tips!
heidi says
also i already like you on fb
heidi says
and i follow ya'll on twitter 🙂
newlywed says
Comfy legging jeans? I want those too!
newlywed says
I like you on FB...
Laura says
I love Gap jeans! I really want to try the straight fit on. Although I was loving your trouser jean too.
Raina says
I love lime rickeys! I rember having them at Brigham's as a kid. Yours looks great!
I love Gap jeans too! I would buy the skinny jeans. Not sure if I am eligible because I am not on Twitter and haven't figured out Facebook yet either. I know pathetic. I am following, though:)
Alicia I @BabyMakesChaos says
I would love the curvy boot cut dark denim jeans! Nothing makes me feel skinny like low-rise and dark denim. hee hee
Alicia I @BabyMakesChaos says
I follow on twitter!
Alicia I @BabyMakesChaos says
I tweeted!
kathy says
love the curvy boot!
kathy says
& like you on FB
Corey @ Learning Patience says
I like the Ponte Legging Jean - I follow you twitter
Lauren S says
I love the lightweight long and lean jeans!
Lauren S says
I tweeted!
Lauren S says
I like WANM on FB!
Lauren S says
I follow WANM on twitter
Melissa says
I love your Blog and have been following for a about a year now. I am a poor college student, trying to stay fashionable and a free pair of jeans would be like Christmas.
I love the Always Skinny 1969 Jeans, they looks so flattering and comfortable ; )
JenM says
I'm digging the sexy bootcut jeans...probably in a darker wash. Thanks for the giveaway! I love Gap 1969 denim collection!
Barbara says
I'll pass on the jeans, but I'll have a Gin Lime Rickey
Erica @ Boston Rookie says
Long and lean please!
Erica @ Boston Rookie says
I'm following you! @ericathomas
Erica @ Boston Rookie says
I just tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/ericathomas/status/110834142652022784
Erica @ Boston Rookie says
Just liked you on FB: ericathomas
Elliott says
I like you on FB!
Elliott says
I would love to try the long and leans - they look fabulous!
tracy@Kung Pao Chicken says
I like your necklace what is very beauty!
Julie L says
I absolutely love Gap jeans, and my favorite pair is the 1969 Always Skinny Cropped Jeans!
Renee says
I would love a pair of the trouser jeans. So chic!
Renee says
I follow you on Twitter! @BelleRenee
Carina says
loving those legging jeans..would be so excited to try a pair!!
Catherine says
curvys all the way! plus love the idea of anything with lime - thanks for the recipe!
Page says
I love Gap jeans, but dont have any of their legging jeans, would love a pair!
samantha says
SO into gap jeans. They're the only ones that fit me perfectly! I need a new pair of the real straight!
samantha says
i also now follow you on twitter. not sure why it took this long for that to happen.
Shannon says
usually go for the curvy, but now i'd love to try the ponte legging 🙂
Shannon says
follow you on twitter!
Shannon says
and liked you on FB.... now that i finally joined 😉
Klee says
I love the pink mid-weight legging jeans. I've been trying to decide where I want to get some colored denim for fall!
Jessie C. says
I'd like 1969 sexy boot jeans
Jessie C. says
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Jessie C. says
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Amanda Sakovitz says
i love the legging jean!
Amanda Sakovitz says
i like you on fb as amanda sakovitz
Amanda Sakovitz says
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Ashley says
I like the Real Straight Jeans.
Ang says
I like the real straight dark wash! I love 1969's fit!
Karen says
After finally losing those last 10 this summer, I'd love to try a pair of new *gasp* skinny or straight leg (although in the past I typically have gone for perfect boot) I love the way Gap jeans fit so many different shapes!
Ang says
and I've liked you on FB for awhile now 🙂
Sarah says
i love the legging jeans!
ginger says
gasp! I don't know what kind of jeans I'd like...It's been a really long time since I've had new jeans. I usually just schlop around in sweat pants. Yours look really nice though, I'd like to try them. Wouldn't my husband be surprised if I looked half dressed up... fun! My son is coming home on leave soon so I'd love to look a little more put together.
Nelly Rodriguez says
I'd love the always skinny jean!
Brionne Griffin says
I love the look of the Perfect Boot jeans!
Naomi says
Sues-I went out and got the Ponte Legging Jean after reading this, and they are amazing!! Most comfortable pants ever!
Wright says
AWESOME, I have never heard of or seen those Ponte Legging Jeans or the brand around town. The closes Gap is 4 hours one way away,so I drove one way 4 hours to the gap to buy my items & just fell in love with them.I stayed with my friends & drove back. I just love them!! My friend bought a pair too.I just might have to sleep in them. I like the real straight dark wash! I love 1969′s fit! I am the only one in my town that has a pair. I liked you on facebook. Thanks a million. Have an awesome day!!.How do you get free jeans!! I love these Posh Jeans! Leggings!
Lauren S. says
I would LOVE the 1969 super lightweight legging jeans for my 16 year old daughter! Thanks for the entry!!!!!!